This GTA series becomes 2024's most watched game on live streams ahead of GTA 6 release

GTA 5 was the most-streamed game of 2024, with viewers spending over 2 billion hours watching it. This shows its popularity remains strong even though GTA 6 is expected to be released soon.

By: HT TECH
| Updated on: Jan 15 2025, 10:53 IST
GTA 5 hidden gems: 5 secret locations you must check out
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1/5 Clock Tower Vantage Point: Situated on the west side of Los Santos, the Clock Tower offers players a unique vantage point overlooking the entire city. Accessible via air transport, players can climb ladders to reach the topmost level, providing a 360-degree view perfect for strategic shooting and cover against air vehicles. The functioning clock adds a realistic touch to the experience, enhancing the immersive world of GTA 5. (unsplash)
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2/5 Los Santos Airport Bunker: This hidden bunker at Los Santos airport provides a secluded location for players to hide or evade authorities. Accessed either through a roof hatch or back doors, the bunker contains interactive elements like vending machines and a water cooler. Despite being labeled "Authorized Personnel Only," it offers a curious space that hints at potential narrative integration, contributing to the intrigue of exploration. (unsplash)
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3/5 Hidden Mine: Located in the mountainous region of the map, the secret mine tunnel presents an expansive and mysterious environment. Accessible by detonating wooden doors, players encounter a network of tunnels branching off in different directions. Discovering a dead body triggers the "Murder Mystery" side mission, adding depth to the exploration experience and unlocking game enhancements like camera filters. (unsplash)
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4/5 Large Hotel Swimming Pool: Concealed within a central Los Santos hotel, the large swimming pool offers an unexpected oasis for players to enjoy. Accessed through the hotel's interior, the area features elegant design elements and palm trees, providing a picturesque backdrop for shooting scenarios in GTA Online. Its visibility from above adds to its allure as a hidden gem within the city. (unsplash)
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5/5 Secret Cave Bunker: Located on a remote island in the Pacific Ocean, this hidden bunker offers a secluded underground facility guarded by mercenaries and FBI agents. Accessible via water transport, players discover a garage-like base with various vehicles on display. Further exploration reveals a clandestine meeting area with sophisticated furnishings, adding to the intrigue of this covert location. (unsplash)
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GTA 5 became 2024's most watched game across livestream platforms ahead of GTA 6 release. (Rockstar Games)

In 2024, Grand Theft Auto V (GTA 5) emerged as the most-watched game across all live-streaming platforms, even with the much-anticipated release of GTA 6 looming. The game's dominance in livestream hours showcases its enduring popularity, securing the top spot on platforms like Twitch and YouTube. Despite its age, with over 11 years since its release, GTA 5 continued to captivate a massive audience throughout 2024.

GTA 5: Impressive Growth in Viewership

According to analytics firm Stream Hatchet (via Rockstarintel), GTA 5 accumulated over 2 billion hours of watch time across all platforms in 2024. This marked a 21.3% increase compared to 2023, a remarkable achievement given the game's longstanding presence in the gaming world. No other title reached this level of viewership, placing GTA 5 firmly at the top of the rankings.

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For comparison, League of Legends, which secured second place, amassed 1.8 billion hours watched, experiencing a more modest year-over-year growth of 7.2%. Meanwhile, Valorant, another major title by Riot Games, dropped to third with 1.1 billion hours, showing a slight 6% decrease in viewership.

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December Viewership Highlights GTA 5's Dominance

December alone demonstrated the game's heightened popularity. Stream Hatchet reported that GTA 5 was the most-watched game that month, clocking in 189 million hours, a 36.9% increase from November. League of Legends followed with 113 million hours. While League of Legends held the top spot for much of the year, GTA 5 outperformed it in the final stretch.

Reports from StreamElements and Rainmaker.gg also show a strong upward trend for GTA 5's performance on Twitch. In 2023, GTA 5 ranked second on the platform with nearly 1.2 billion hours watched, trailing League of Legends. However, by 2024, the game surged past League of Legends, reaching 1.3 billion hours to become the most-watched game on Twitch from January to November.

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As anticipation builds for the release of GTA 6, it's likely that GTA 5's livestream numbers will continue to grow. Popular streamer Kai Cenat, who claimed the title of the most-watched streamer of 2024, has already announced plans for a GTA 6 marathon on launch day, signalling even more excitement around the series.

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First Published Date: 15 Jan, 10:53 IST
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